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yes it is said to be hereditary

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The "nature and nurture" aspects of Alcoholism are both present. The contributing mechanisms potentially leading to alcoholism include:

Social environment (Peer pressure): Livng in a culture that promotes drinking makes drinking more frequent

Stress: Folklore touts alcohol as a method of relaxing

Mental health: Compulsive behaviorGenetic predisposition: Some people become alcoholics easer than othersAge: Binge drinking is often present in new drinkers

Ethnic group: Some ethnic groups accept alcohol consumption more than others

Sex: Being a male or a female presents different stresses that may lead to alcoholism

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